Messenger Jiangshan was a straightforward person. He presented a jade from his waistband in order to prove his identity. Then, he clarified the intention of his visit, "Your Majesty, I am here because of the official decree of the Lord."
Receiving the official decree from the Lord required every person to kneel. Thereupon, the people in the huge tea booth went down on their knees chaotically, including the Emperor.
Gu Xijiu was not taking precautions and was very much absorbed in the situation. When she finally reacted, she realized that she was the only one standing in the entire tea booth, like a crane standing amongst chickens.
Messenger Jiangshan looked at her and said, "Gu Xijiu, please step forward to receive the official decree from the Lord."
To her surprise, the official decree of the Lord was meant for her.
